The Royal Wootton Bassett and Cricklade Area Board meeting scheduled for 10 June 2026 was planned to cover a range of community matters. The agenda included consideration of funding applications for local projects, updates from various community organisations, and proposals for highway and footway improvements. Discussions were also anticipated regarding the new Wiltshire Community Lottery and planning-related topics.

Funding Applications

The Area Board's agenda included consideration of several applications for funding across different grant streams.

Community Area Grants:

• Purton Cricket Club was listed with a request for £5,000 for their pavilion project, aiming to create a modern, fully accessible, multi-use facility.
• Cricklade United Church had an application for £4,000 to replace six glazed domes in their flat roof to improve insulation and energy efficiency.
• Cricklade Town Hall sought £5,000 for an upgrade to their annexe toilets, including modernising facilities and increasing cubicle numbers.
• Tockenham Village Hall had a request for £5,000 for survey works related to essential repairs and upgrades.
• Broad Hinton Village Hall applied for £3,000 to purchase a new projector, screen, and hearing loop system.
• Cricklade Bowls Club requested £5,000 for the redevelopment of their front entrance to improve safety and accessibility.

Older and Vulnerable Adult Grants:

• Vale View Gardens Charitable Trust applied for £200 towards a free family fun day.

Young People Grants:

• Wessex Archaeology Ltd requested £1,487 for a Festival of Archaeology 2026: Archaeology in Nature event, focusing on hands-on activities for young people.
• Purton Tennis Club applied for £500 to fund weekly youth cardio tennis sessions.

The board was also scheduled to note any funding awards made under the Delegated Funding Process, including a £995 award to Cricklade Town Council for a cycle path service station.

Introduction to the New Wiltshire Community Lottery

An update on the introduction of the new Wiltshire Community Lottery was scheduled, to be provided by Andrew Jack, Strategic Engagement and Partnerships Manager.

Community Spotlight and Partner Updates

The meeting agenda included an opportunity to highlight positive outcomes from previous grant awards and share good news stories. Verbal updates were expected from Wiltshire Police, town and parish councils, and various community organisations, including:

• Neighbourhood Police Team
• Wiltshire and Swindon Road Safety Partnership
• Wiltshire Police Violence Against Women and Girls initiative
• Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
• Royal Wootton Bassett Town Council
• Cricklade Town Council
• Wessex Community Action
• Community First
• Alcoholics Anonymous

Local Highway and Footway Improvement Group (LHFIG)

The board was to note the minutes and consider recommendations from the LHFIG meeting held on 21 May 2026. Several recommendations for funding allocations were listed:

• Royal Wootton Bassett High Street Waiting Restrictions (including Blackthorn Close, Bath Road, and Thames Lane in Cricklade): A proposed allocation of £6,500 with a potential third-party contribution of £1,625.
• Pavenhill, Purton Rebound Bollards: A proposed allocation of £1,000 with a potential third-party contribution of £250.
• Preston Lane, Lyneham 20mph Zone: A proposed allocation of £10,000 with a potential third-party contribution of £2,500.
• Nore Marsh Road, Royal Wootton Bassett Zebra Crossing Street Lighting Assessment: A proposed allocation of £2,500 with a potential third-party contribution of £1,250.
• Cloatley Crescent, Royal Wootton Bassett Street Nameplate: A proposed allocation of £350 with a 100% third-party contribution of £350.
• Royal Wootton Bassett and Cricklade Area Ad-hoc Road Markings 2026/27: A proposed allocation of £5,000 with no third-party contribution.

Community Care Group Update

An update was scheduled from the Community Care Group's meeting on 20 May 2026. This update was expected to cover discussions on the circulation of a Community Directory, the setup of a Community Fridge, and plans for a Techie Tea Party+ event in Bradenstoke. The group was also scheduled to review funding applications for the Care of Older and Vulnerable People and Carers budget, and discuss the Dementia Dome project.

Our Community Matters

Updates were expected from Area Board members and the Strategic Engagement and Partnerships Manager regarding the Local Action Plan. This was to include progress on the Community Directory, Digital Inclusion initiatives like Techie Tea Parties, the Food Resilience and Household Support Fund, the Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP), and employment opportunities for people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Appointments

The board was scheduled to note the terms of reference for the Local Highway and Footway Improvement Group (LHFIG) and appoint a lead member to it.

Community Discussion and Planning

An open session was planned for the public to suggest topics for future meetings. If time permitted, the board was scheduled to discuss planning-related issues, specifically water conditions relating to planning applications and rights of way across new housing developments.

Information Items

The meeting agenda also listed several information items for noting, including Neighbourhood Crime Figures, the Wiltshire Council Consultation Portal, and updates on Connect to Work, the Wiltshire Faith Communities Network, and the Community Governance Review.

The information in this summary is based on the agenda and supporting documents provided for the meeting. It outlines what was scheduled for discussion and does not reflect any actual discussions or decisions made during the meeting. The status of the meeting is PENDINGCOUNCILPUBLICATION.